Inside Belhaven
a closer look at the people, events, and stories that shape our campus
There’s a new Jake on the Street out! Join Jake Donald, Admission Counselor, as he hits the street to talk with students about their experiences at Belhaven.
Belhaven University’s Spring Break was March 15-19. There are always exiting, unique spring break stories to hear about. Here are a few…
Name: Jamie Thompson
Classification: Senior
Major: Dance (BFA)
Where did you go for spring break? Atlanta, GA
What did you do? “I auditioned for Dallas Black Dance Theatre Summer Intensive Professional Workshop. I was accepted with FULL scholarship to their program.
Did any other B.U. students accompany you? Yes, Donavan Davis who is also a Belhaven dancer and was also accepted into their program.”
Name: Nicole Betson
Classification: Sophomore
Major: Biology
Where did you go for Spring Break? Memphis, TN
What did you do? “ I went to the Rising 2010. It was an amazing! Lecrae, who is a Christian rap artist, was there. A year ago I thought Christian rap was too secular and was just not entertaining for me. Nevertheless, Lecrae made me changed my whole perspective on Christian rap. The content was based on the gospel and right on the point. Well-done Lecrae! It was the best concert and revival ever! I also went to Alabama, which was a great experience as well. The REAL HIGHLIGHT of my spring break was my parents surprising me by visiting me here in Jackson, all the way from Belize! It was the best spring break away from home. Vive la Vida!
Did any other B.U. students accompany you? Some students from Jackson State and Belhaven RUF
Name: Hannah L. Johnson
Classification: Sophomore
Major: Dance
Where did you go for spring break? Home, which is Houston, TX
What did you do? “I did homework, had a chance to spend time with a good friend, and visited the Houston Fine Arts Museum.”
Name: Bliss Hatcliff
Classification: Freshman
Major: Undeclared
Where did you go for Spring Break? I stayed here in Jackson, MS, which is my hometown.
What did you do? “ I hung out with family, caught up on some sleep, and ate my mother’s wonderful home cooking. My mom and I went shopping and also put some puzzles together throughout the week. I also ended up watching movies with some of my friends from the dorm.”
Did any B.U. students accompany you? My sister Blakeney came home as well.
Name: Gautier Troch
Classification; Junior
Major: Sports Administration
Where did you go? I stayed here in Jackson, MS.
What did you do? I slept, which was awesome. I went to the reservoir, watched a ton of movies, and ran every day.
Did any B.U. students accompany you? Alissa Johnson, Guilherme Brandao, Esther Chang
Name: Alissa Johnson
Classification: Senior
Major: Biblical Studies
Where did you go for spring break? Destin, FL and here in Jackson, MS
What did you do? “ Me and some of my friends went Florida and it was a lot of fun. We spent lots of time on the beach, in the water and watching movies in our condo.
Did any B.U. student accompany you? Evy Baehr, Celeste Scott, Stefan Fernandez, Gautier Troch, and Madison Childs
Name: Ricardo Bolton
Classification: Senior
Major: Psychology
Where did you go for spring break? I stayed here in Jackson, MS
What did you do? “ I helped with the youth ministry outreach for my church and Jackson.”
There’s a new Jake on the Street out! Join Jake Donald, Admission Counselor, as he hits the street to talk with students about their experiences at Belhaven.
The following post is contributed by Kelli Joy, our communications intern. Her assignment: interview Eileen Allen, Campus Operations’ quiet administrative assistant with an eye for capturing the beauty around her. Since it’s the people that make Belhaven such a wonderful place, we’ve chosen to highlight Mrs. Allen and a couple of her photos here.
Eileen Allen, Administrative Assistant for Campus Operations
When asked to describe Belhaven University’s campus in three words, Mrs. Eileen Allen explains, “You can describe it in one—Beautiful!” Since 2006, Mrs. Allen has served as the Administrative Assistant in Campus Operations here at Belhaven. She is the beautiful red-haired lady that sits in the glass office upon entering the computer lab.
The beauty of our campus is her motivation for snapping shots of the university grounds. Mrs. Eileen admitted, “I am sure students see me walking around taking pictures, since I do it all the time. I always keep my camera handy; you never know when you will have the opportunity to capture art.”
Belhaven Campus by Eileen Allen
Mrs. Eileen was born here in Jackson and has lived in several cities throughout the state. She grew up in a home that valued art: “Since my mother is an artist and an art teacher, I have been exposed to art all my life. I personally love anything dealing with art, from photography to picture framing, and music as well.” Eileen opened an arts and crafts store from 1986-1990 in Brandon, Miss., where she offered “all types of art classes and sold every type of art supply that you could imagine.”
Gillespie Commons by Eileen Allen
She plans to dedicate more time and energy to her love of art and photography whenever she retires. When asked to define or explain art in her mind, she referenced her favorite quote: “Love of beauty is Taste. The creation of beauty is Art.”-Ralph Waldo Emerson. It is obvious from Eileen’s campus photographs that she loves capturing beauty and creating art. Thank you for sharing with us, Eileen!
Would you like fries with that? You might think twice if their ample calorie count is staring you in the face.
Last year, the Belhaven Dining Commons (run by MMI), launched a “Healthy Initiative” program to help students make informed decisions about their meals. Along with changing all frying oil to 0-trans fat oil, the staff has added Nutritional Information cards to the mix, complete with the average calorie count in each entree. They also offer a sugar free dessert and ice cream each day.
So what’s the verdict? Do you think knowing the nutritional value of your meal options changes the way you choose your food?